Pyhän Halvardin elämä ja ihmetyöt; Viga-Ljot ja Vigdis by Sigrid Undset
"Pyhän Halvardin elämä ja ihmetyöt; Viga-Ljot ja Vigdis" by Sigrid Undset is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of faith, familial struggle, and personal sacrifice, particularly through the life of Halvard, who grapples with challenges as he becomes the head of his household amidst personal loss and societal expectations, particularly in relation to his ailing mother and upcoming marriage. The beginning of the story introduces
Halvard, the main character, as he engages in a fishing expedition with his servant Graein on a bright May morning. While he prepares fresh fish for his sick mother, the narrative reflects on his aspirations and devotion, revealing the emotional weight he carries following the death of his father and the burdens he faces as the new head of Huseby. The opening also highlights Halvard's character, portraying him as both skilled and compassionate, while hinting at deeper issues related to his family dynamics and the implications of his father's abusive behavior, setting a poignant backdrop for the unfolding drama of his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Undset, Sigrid, 1882-1949 |
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| Translator | Siegberg, Siiri, 1890-1940 |
| Title | Pyhän Halvardin elämä ja ihmetyöt; Viga-Ljot ja Vigdis |
| Credits | Tuula Temonen, Anna Siren, and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Hallvard, Saint, approximately 1020-1043 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Norway -- History -- 1030-1397 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Iceland -- History -- To 1262 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64409 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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